Garston vs Southport — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Garston

L25 · Liverpool

108

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Public order12
  • Anti-social behaviour11

Southport

L37 · Sefton

92

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences32
  • Shoplifting15
  • Anti-social behaviour14

Southport has less crime — 92 vs 108 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Garston saw somewhat more crime than Southport in April 2026 (108 vs 92 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Garston sees higher rates of Public order (12), while Southport has more Shoplifting (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Garston or Southport safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Southport recorded fewer crimes than Garston — 92 vs 108 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Southport is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Garston and Southport?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Garston saw higher rates of Public order while Southport had more Shoplifting. Overall, Southport recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 108).

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